The city of Treviso, in the Veneto region, in northern Italy, announced on Monday (29) a ban on the use of fireworks, rockets and firecrackers during New Year's celebrations.
The measure, determined by Mayor Mario Conte, is valid from December 30th to January 7th. The objective is to reduce risks to the population and avoid disruptions caused by the use of explosive devices in urban areas.
“We want to ensure peaceful holidays for all citizens, especially the most vulnerable. The noise from fireworks poses a danger to public health and causes significant stress, particularly for children, the elderly, and people with more delicate health conditions,” the mayor stated in an official note.
Conte also mentioned the negative impacts on domestic and wild animals, who often become frightened, run away, or get lost.
Rules also in Naples.
A city of NaplesIn the south of the country, restrictions were also adopted for New Year's Eve. The city hall published an order prohibiting the use and possession of fireworks, firecrackers, rockets and similar items in the main public areas of the city.
The restrictions are in effect from 18 PM on December 31st until the end of security operations on January 1st. The affected areas include Piazza del Plebiscito, Piazza Municipio, and Lungomare Caracciolo.
Furthermore, the sale of beverages in glass bottles, cans, rigid plastic containers, or Tetra Pak is also prohibited. Beverages may only be sold in disposable cups made of lightweight plastic or paper. The sale and possession of pepper spray is also banned.
The measure aims to guarantee public order and security during the New Year's Eve celebrations.
national trend
In recent years, there has been a growing number of cities in Italy adopting stricter rules on the use of fireworks. The main concern of the authorities is to balance the celebrations with the protection of public health and animal welfare.
